Ultimate Baked Cheesy Meatballs

Here’s an Ultimate Baked Cheesy Meatballs recipe that is juicy, flavorful, loaded with cheese, and baked (not fried) for easy cleanup. Perfect with pasta, in subs, or on their own!


🧀 Ultimate Baked Cheesy Meatballs

⭐ Why you’ll love them:

  • Super juicy and tender
  • Melty cheese inside + gooey cheese on top
  • Easy one-bowl recipe
  • Freezer-friendly

📋 Ingredients (makes ~20 meatballs)

Meatballs:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or half beef + half pork)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

For baking:

  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup parmesan

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